Our Tap Program

Make music with your feet! This is an art form for those who love rhythm. Students will study the Al Gilbert graded dance syllabus and be recommended for exams when age and ability requirements are met, or may take classes for fun and enjoyment. Additional choreography classes are available.

Tap classes are available for Junior (Elementary age), Senior (Junior + up) and Adult dancers.

Technique

The basic technique class where students focus on learning the set positions, movements, exercises and dances for the Al Gilbert Graded Tap Syllabus. Dancers may be recommended for Tap exams once they have developed the required skills, or take this class purely for personal enjoyment.

Choreography

An additional class focused on choreographing a group routine which will be entered in various dance competitions during April & May. Dancers must be enrolled in prerequisite Ballet technique class and Tap technique to participate in Tap Choreography.

Dancers in our competitive choreography program must be able to commit to all rehearsals, competitions and performances, and will be expected to meet all dress, hair and makeup requirements as outlined by the choreographer. Due to the team nature of competing with a group, dancers must be fully dedicated as their fellow dancers and instructor count on them in order for the group to be successful.